Spur

1935/1942

Gerald Transpota

Associated Names
Gerald Transpota

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a single, large, aged metal spur with a rowel, positioned horizontally on a plain background. The color palette consists mostly of muted browns and grays, giving the spur an antique appearance. The spur is centered against a light, neutral backdrop, casting a very faint shadow suggesting slight elevation from the surface. No other objects or elements are visible around the spur.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.3 x 35.5 cm (9 9/16 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 9" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17778

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: GT.

Wikidata ID

Q64571794

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